Tutankhamen: Pharoh of Egypt of the 18th dynasty Serves as inspiration for this piece. He inherited the throne at just nine years old and died before the age of twenty. His tomb that contained all his earthly belongs including his famous solid gold death mask and sarcophagus was discovered in 1922. The Mask was set with hundreds of gemstones including blue lapis lazuli. Considered most prized of gems in its time for its vibrant blue color and connection to the gods.